ZooTampa at Lowry Park
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a highly acclaimed 63-acre zoo located in Tampa, Florida. Here are some key details about visiting:
Best Time of Year to Visit:
The best times to visit ZooTampa tend to be:
– Late January through February (excluding holiday weekends)
– Late April through May
– Late August through September
– Weekdays in November (excluding Thanksgiving week)[1][3]
These periods generally have lower crowds and milder weather in the Tampa area. The busiest and most crowded times are summer (June through early August), spring break periods, and major holidays.
Top Attractions and Things to See:
– Manatee and Aquatic Center – Get up-close views of rescued manatees receiving care and learn about conservation efforts.[1][2]
– Florida Boardwalk – Explore a recreation of a Florida wetland with native wildlife like panthers, bears, and birds.[1][2]
– Wallaroo Station – A family area with a petting zoo, rides, and the flightless bird exhibits.[1][3]
– Primate World – See gorillas, orangutans, and other primates in naturalistic habitats.[1][3]
– Asian Gardens – Featuring endangered species like clouded leopards, Malayan tigers, and Bornean orangutans.[1][2]
– Giraffe Ranch – Get eye-to-eye with giraffes and feed them from a raised platform.[1][2]
To make the most of your visit, arrive at opening, get a Wild Wonderland pass for front-of-line access to rides and animal encounters, and have a plan for the different exhibits and shows.[1][2][3] ZooTampa’s focus on education, conservation, and up-close animal experiences makes it a standout attraction in the Tampa area.
Citations:
[1] https://www.yelp.com/biz/zootampa-at-lowry-park-tampa-2?adjust_creative=6zagVcKwffYZAA-51mlGNg
[2] https://zootampa.org
[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZooTampa_at_Lowry_Park
[4] https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en_US&id=com.zootampa
[5] https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g34515-d105757-r148556444-Gatorland-Orlando_Florida.html
[6] https://www.headout.com/blog/gatorland-orlando/